Geology Tour

Home 2026 Walks Geology Tour
Starts
10:30 am Sat 9 May 2026
Ends
12:00 pm Sat 9 May 2026

Description

Take a tour with a difference and discover the geological treasure trove to be found in many of the memorials at Arnos Vale.

Learn what makes a good headstone, where different stones come from, and the way the many types of material are used in these grave markers.

Our tour is an introduction to the geology of the gravestones and will include an intro to some geological terms, the materials and their uses.

Starting Point

Arnos Vale Cemetery, Bath Road, BS4 3EW

Link to Walk
Duration
1:30:00
Cost
Free
Event facilities

Accessible by public transport, Accessible toilets, Donations accepted, Refreshments available to purchase, Toilets

Booking Required
Yes
Walk Grade
Fairly easy – mainly flat on paved surfaces with some features such as step and hills. Walking at gentle pace


Walk organiser

Published
Tue 3 March 2026
Last Updated
Wed 18 March 2026